Employees who have been in their current position for at least one year may apply for internal job openings. This requirement may be waived with the consent of the employee's manager and the HR department. Employees must complete the Internal Job Opening Request Form. The form must be completed and submitted to the HR department within one week after the job is posted. All applicants for a posted vacancy will be considered on the basis of their qualifications and ability to perform the job successfully. Internal candidates who are not selected will be notified by the HR department.